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California Chicken on parchment paper
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5 from 2 votes

California Chicken

Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a healthy meal, our California Chicken recipe is the perfect choice.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: chicken, healthy
Servings: 4
Calories: 492kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette marinade (if you cannot find marinade, balsamic salad dressing will also work)
  • 1 8-ounce package of sliced fresh mozzarella
  • 2 large avocados cored and sliced
  • 2 large tomatoes sliced
  • Fresh chopped basil, optional garnish
  • Balsamic glaze optional garnish

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts in a large, sealable plastic bag and flatten them to 1-inch thickness with a mallet or rolling pin.
  • Once pounded to an even size, pour in the balsamic vinaigrette and marinade, and seal the bag.
  • Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
  • Allow the chicken to room temperature for 10 minutes and drain the excess marinade.
  • Heat your grill to medium or high and grease well with your favorite oil or spray.
  • Once the grill is hot, cook the chicken breasts for 8-10 minutes per side or until the middle reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit internally. If you do not have a meat thermometer, check for doneness by slicing it into the middle of the chicken. A properly cooked chicken is when it is no longer pink, and the juices run clear.
  • Remove the chicken from the grill, place 2-3 slices of fresh mozzarella on each breast, and then cover with a lid or aluminum foil for 2-3 minutes.
  • When ready to serve the chicken, top each breast with 2-4 slices of avocado and 1-2 slices of tomato.
  • Garnish with fresh, chopped basil and drizzle on balsamic glaze, optional, before serving hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 492kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1029mg | Potassium: 1164mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1322IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 1mg